Kate admits she 'hopes to' have a baby in Prince Edward Island

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For the first time ever, Duchess Kate has spoken about having a family. After arriving in Charlotte, Prince Edward Island, The Duchess was handed a bouquet of flowers by the beautiful, two year old daughter of British ex pat David Cheater. He wished Kate the best of luck starting a family and she replied 'Yes, I hope to'. Kate will not be making any formal speeches during the royal tour, however this statement proves she is more interested in interacting with the people of Canada. We may be seeing a baby on the way in the not too distant future!

Kate made her second outfit change of the day, This time into a loose fitting Joseph  Vanessa cream dress with a beautiful matching jacket and Rupert Sanderson nude heels. I love this look. I think the jacket sets it off wonderfully and the heels are the most stylish shoes I've seen Kate wear. The Duchess carried the LK Bennett Natalie clutch too. (Kate must have improved sales at LK Bennett massively in the past few months). 

It will be another busy day for William and Kate with public engagements in Charlottestown, Summerside and a journey to the Northwest Territories later this evening. The couple show no signs of tiredness and have approached the tour full of energy. I look forward to seeing what Kate chooses today. Perhaps a British deisgner?

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William and Kate to visit Calgary where Kate's grandfather trained pilots during World War II

The Duchess of Cambridge will get the opportunity to explore her late grandfather's Alberta connections during the royal visit to Canada next month. On the newlyweds first official trip as husband and wife they are expected to visit Ottawa for Canada Day celebrations on July 1st. Stops will include Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Alberta and Northwest Territories.

It has been reported that it would mean a lot to Kate to visit Calgary. Kate's grandfather, Peter Middleton died in November aged ninety. He served for two years as a Royal Air Force flight instructor during World War II.  Museum liaison Brenda Blair said she's had no confirmation from British or Canadian officials in relation to a stop in Calgary. She stated the history centre would be 'absolutely delighted' should they decide to visit especially given the close links between Kate's grandfather and the training site commemorated by the museum. 'This is a building that her grandfather would have stood in, might have danced, might have played sports in.' Kate's first state visit will also be a poignant one and no doubt she will be looking forward to learning more about her grandfather's time in Canada.

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Kate and William go native in Northwest Territories

I thought when William and Kate departed for Blatchford lake, Northwest territories they were going to relax after a hectic day. Instead, they decided to embrace the culture of the area. The Canadian rangers gave them sweaters and made them honourary members. (Kate even managed to pull off a red rangers sweater :))  For the sixth day of their Royal tour the couple were eager to enjoy all aspects of the region. The Duke and Duchess paddled a canoe with Fort Smith's village elder Francois Paulette. (Is there anything they can't do?)

It is interesting that William and Kate have chosen relatively remote areas such as Yellowknife, one of the Commonwealth's most under populated regions. After the public events and arrival ceremonies I think the couple would have specified they wanted trips like this one to Blatchford lake. They interacted with a small group of locals and participated in their way of life. The same experience is not possible in a huge city. I noted they looked happier and more relaxed than anytime in the tour. It is excellent to see them enjoying themselves as it is a physically demanding schedule. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge smelled local aboriginal medicines and carried caribou skin to a tent to watch an elder woman preparing the meat for smoking. (They could have been dining in lavish hotels, but this tell us what a down to earth couple they are) Duchess Kate spent quite a lot of time taking in the wilderness with her husband, a truly breathtaking view!

Today, the Royal couple have an unscheduled engagement. They will fly to Slave Lake, Alberta to meet rescue workers who fought wildfires last month. The fires devastated the region and being in Canada the couple must have felt the visit would give the locals a boost. The fire forced complete evacuation of it's 7,000 residents. Quite saddening and shocking.  I will update as soon as the couple arrive! Check out this video to see the couple at Blatchford lake!

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